Space Tech Investment Grows in 2026 Amid Congressional Proposals Affecting Contractual IP Rights
Private investment in space technology continues an upward trend in 2026, with increasing growth in late stage and venture growth deals, including private equity purchases. Against a backdrop of the “dual use” (private/public) nature of space technology and increased IP activity in this area, a U.S. Senate Bill proposes to alter the balance of certain IP rights between private companies and the contracting government agencies, including requirements for contractors to justify certain restrictions on data rights.
Supersonic Flight Could Return to the U.S. Soon: FAA Proposes Framework for Commercial Supersonic Flight
Nicholas Zovko & Alex Martin del Campo
The FAA’s proposed performance-based framework could create a path for routine commercial supersonic flight over land in the U.S. Aerospace companies developing supersonic aircraft, boom-mitigation systems, and compliance tools should consider how regulatory approval, proprietary data, and patent strategy may affect market position as the sector grows.
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